The FAA predicts the busiest Labor Day weekend for air travel in 15 years, with more people than ever eager to end summer on a high note. But before you pack those bags, here's what this could mean for your trip—good, bad, and everything in between.
August 31, 2025In August 2025, a major strike by Air Canada's flight attendants brought much of Canadian air travel to a halt for several tense days. While travelers faced cancellations and chaos, the temporary disruption may spark important changes for flight crews across North America.
August 21, 2025Ryanair's recent updates point to a potentially strong, traveler-friendly summer in 2025, with new routes, steady fares, and fresh destinations. Here's what European jet-setters could expect—and what to watch out for—as Ryanair expands into Albania and Sweden.
August 14, 2025On August 10, 2025, China Southern Airlines called off numerous flights in leading cities like Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu, causing headaches for travelers while spotlighting alternative ways to get around. Here’s an easy guide to how these cancellations may shape your travel plans–from the stress of delays to the surprising upsides for China’s famous high-speed rail.
August 10, 2025Travelers, rejoice! Starting July 8, 2025, you’ll no longer have to slip off your shoes at airport security in the United States. With new tech leading the way, TSA drops its infamous “shoe removal” rule. Here’s what this means for your travel days ahead and how it might change your airport experience.
August 1, 2025As we approach August 2025, travel in the U.S. is heating up. After a slow start to the year, major airlines and hotel chains are reporting a surge in bookings—especially from those looking for deals and sticking close to home. While this bounce-back brings fresh choices and promos, travelers might face higher prices and bigger crowds. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of the summer rebound.
July 29, 2025A high-profile group of American business leaders, led by FedEx’s CEO, will visit China in late July 2025 to help ease trade strains. While the direct impact on travel plans isn’t immediate, this move has the potential to shape the future of tourism, business trips, and even your next online hotel booking between the U.S. and China.
July 28, 2025Southwest Airlines is making waves by announcing a switch from their famous “open seating” to assigned seats starting in January 2026. Here’s what this big change could mean for all types of travelers—and how it might affect your next trip.
July 25, 2025On July 20, 2025, Alaska Airlines faced a sudden IT meltdown, grounding flights across the U.S. for hours and leaving thousands scrambling. While the disruption shook up travel plans and hit local tourism hard, Alaska Airlines responded with customer support, flexibility, and quick recovery efforts—reminding us all how critical reliable technology is in modern travel.
July 22, 2025In July 2024, a security update gone wrong triggered massive IT failures around the globe, sending shockwaves through the travel and tourism world. Travelers faced grounded flights, stranded nights at airports, and disrupted plans—while the industry scrambled to recover and rethink its tech safety nets.
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